Folksy singer Beth Orton has cancelled a series of September gigs after doctors advised her to rest up due to her pregnancy.

Be good to see a bit o' meat on the girl for a bit, eh? Anyway...

Despite the fact that she's in the later stages of her pregnancy, Beth will still play a one-off show at London's Spitz on September 29, with Bert Jansch. The following dates, though, will not take place; refunds can be obtained from points of purchase.